Job Description:

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Civils

Location: North East
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an established civil engineering contractor delivering a range of projects across the North East.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure, with experience managing the commercial delivery of projects from start to finish.

The Role

• Taking commercial responsibility for civils projects from contract award through to final account

• Managing valuations, applications for payment and cash flow

• Preparing and managing cost reports and forecasts

• Managing subcontractor accounts, payments and variations

• Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities

• Reviewing contracts and managing contractual obligations

• Managing change, compensation events and variations

• Supporting procurement and subcontractor tendering

• Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and Engineers

• Managing client and subcontractor relationships

• Preparing and agreeing final accounts

• Providing commercial reporting to senior management

• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff where required

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering/groundworks

• Strong knowledge of roads, sewers, drainage, earthworks and infrastructure

• Experience managing projects and commercial teams

• Strong understanding of NEC and/or other construction contracts

• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation skills

• Experience managing subcontractors and client accounts

• Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting and financial reporting

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent experience

Strong civils experience is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior QS to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work across the North East and opportunities for progression.

Apply now for immediate consideration.